Essex Gardens
EPA ID: CT0500021 · 72 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Essex Gardens (CT0500021): 2 violations recorded with unresolved status in the SDWIS data used. Federal data lists 2 violations as unresolved at Essex Gardens - roughly 72 residents in the service area.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Essex Gardens Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Essex Gardens have a median household income of $99,578 and about 2,623 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Essex Gardens's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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System Overview
Essex Gardens (EPA ID: CT0500021) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 72 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 06442 in Ivoryton.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 7 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2026 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 17, 2024 | LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| October 17, 2024 | LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| September 29, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| December 30, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| August 10, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| August 10, 2021 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2021 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Other (notice or report rule) | 4 | No |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 3 | No |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Treatment Technique, Monitoring & Reporting | 2 | Yes |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2025-12-31 |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
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ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by CT or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 06442 - Ivoryton
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Essex Gardens (CT0500021) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Essex Gardens water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Essex Gardens. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Essex Gardens serve?
Essex Gardens serves approximately 72 people across 1 ZIP code in Connecticut.
Where does Essex Gardens get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
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How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Essex Gardens (CT): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ct0500021/
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